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Michigan Concealed Pistol License (CPL) Course December 10

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SDC Shooting Range

Earn your MI Concealed Pistol License (CPL) through this one-day course brought to you by Michigan Tech Recreation, the SDC Shooting Range, and 906 Tactical. This is the course you must take to get your Michigan Concealed Pistol License (CPL). This is the premier course in the state of Michigan. The Michigan Coalition of Responsible Gun Owners (MCRGO) course covers what you need to carry a loaded weapon safely in open spaces. Rental equipment is available for an additional fee. Students will receive a copy of the course material on the day of class. No experience is necessary. Class size is limited.

Saturday, December 10, 8:00am-5:00pm

  • Registration opens on November 22, 8:00am.
  • Registration closes on December 7, 11:59pm.

Location

SDC Shooting Range and SDC Classroom 238

Cost

  • $150/person (with own equipment )
  • $185/person (with rental equipment 9mm pistol)

Special Requirements

  • Minimum age 20 years old
  • Individuals are responsible for supplying their own ammunition (100 rounds).
  • There will be a firearms proficiency test and a written test that students will have to pass to complete the course.
  • Students agree to comply with all commands issued on the range and in the classroom.

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Fall 2022 Adult Aquatics – Registration for Session 3 Closes Friday, Nov. 4

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Stay active with our Fall 2022 Adult Aquatics Programs. Registration for the third session of Adult Aquatics Programs closes this Friday, November 4. Learn more about each of these programs below.

Session 3 dates: Nov. 8, 10, 15, 17, 29; Dec. 1, 6, 8

Registration closes Nov. 4, 11:59 p.m.

Adult Huskies Swim Training provides additional attention and competitive guidance to swimmers ages 18 and older who are looking to improve their swimming skills and fitness levels in a group setting. Each session is programmed with a warm-up and variations of a workout for the beginner, intermediate and advanced swimmer. Participants will be provided coaching and guidance to meet their individual swimming goals!

Class day/time: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5-5:50 p.m.

Adult Huskies Swim Lessons provides aquatic education for the beginner to intermediate swimmer who is looking to become more comfortable in the water and learn the four fundamental strokes.

Class day/time: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5-5:50 p.m.

Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to stay active this fall with Adult Aquatics Programs! Register today!

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Fall 2022 HuskiesFit Group Fitness Class Schedule

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Commit to be HuskiesFit this Fall with the HuskiesFit Ultimate Punch Card and gain a variety of group fitness classes to choose from! The Fall class schedule begins today, October 20!

The HuskiesFit Ultimate Punch Card is good for one year from the date of purchase, comes in 8- or 16-punch options, AND allows you to attend a great selection of classes that are open to anyone 16 years of age or older. Class day passes are also available for $10.

We’re excited to announce that SDC access holders (minimum one-month) may now attend HuskiesFit group fitness classes for FREE as a new benefit of membership! Just present your access ID for entry to class.

HuskiesFit rowing classes begin next week as well! Sign up today for Get Your Erg On! Join members of the MTU Rowing Club as they guide you through basic rowing techniques. OR sign up for The Erginator and hone your rowing skills! Both Get Your Erg On! and The Erginator are session-based classes and are not included in the HuskiesFit Ultimate Punch Card (and not free for SDC access holders).

Visit HuskiesFit Programs for more information. Commit to be HuskiesFit today!

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Fall 2022 Adult Aquatics – Registration for Session 2 Closes October 7

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Stay active with our Fall 2022 Adult Aquatics Programs. Registration for the second session of Adult Aquatics Programs closes Friday, October 7. Learn more about each of these programs below!

Adult Aquatics Programs

Session 1 Dates: September 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, 29, October 4, 6

Session 2 Dates: October 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, 27, November 1, 3
Registration closes October 7, 11:59 pm.

Session 3 Dates: November 8, 10, 15, 17, 29, December 1, 6, 8
Registration closes November 4, 11:59 pm.

Adult Huskies Swim Training

Adult Huskies Swim Training provides additional attention and competitive guidance to swimmers ages 18 and older who are looking to improve their swimming skills and fitness levels in a group setting. Each session is programmed with a warm-up and variations of a workout for the beginner, intermediate and advanced swimmer. Participants will be provided coaching and guidance to meet their individual swimming goals!

Class Day/ Time: Tuesdays & Thursdays / 5:00-5:50pm

Adult Huskies Swim Lessons

Adult Huskies Swim Lessons provides aquatic education for the beginner to intermediate swimmer who is looking to become more comfortable in the water and learn the fundamental four strokes.

Class Day/ Time: Tuesdays & Thursdays / 5:00-5:50pm

Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to stay active this fall with Adult Aquatics Programs! Register today!

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Fall 2022 MI Concealed Pistol License (CPL) Courses

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MI Concealed Pistol License (CPL) Course October 29 or November 5Saturday 8am-5pmSDC Shooting Range & Room 238

Earn your MI Concealed Pistol License (CPL) through this one-day course brought to you by Michigan Tech Recreation, the SDC Shooting Range, and 906 Tactical. This is the course you must take to get your Michigan Concealed Pistol License (CPL). This is the premier course in the state of Michigan. The Michigan Coalition of Responsible Gun Owners (MCRGO) course covers what you need to carry a loaded weapon safely in open spaces. Rental equipment is available for an additional fee. Students will receive a copy of the course material on the day of class. No experience is necessary. Class size is limited.

Two dates for Fall 2022:

  • Saturday, October 29, 8:00am-5:00pm (registration closes October 26, 11:59pm)
  • Saturday, November 5, 8:00am-5:00pm (registration closes November 2, 11:59pm)

Registration for both courses opens on October 12.

Location

SDC Shooting Range and SDC Classroom 238

Cost

  • $150/person (with own equipment )
  • $185/person (with rental equipment 9mm pistol)
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Fall 2022 Adult Aquatics – Registration for Session 1 Closes September 9!

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Stay active with our Fall 2022 Adult Aquatics Programs. Registration for the first session of Adult Aquatics Programs closes tomorrow, Friday, September 9. Learn more about each of these programs below!

Adult Aquatics Programs

Session 1 Dates: September 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, 29, October 4, 6
Registration closes September 9, 11:59 pm.

Session 2 Dates: October 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, 27, November 1, 3
Registration closes October 7, 11:59 pm.

Session 3 Dates: November 8, 10, 15, 17, 29, December 1, 6, 8
Registration closes November 4, 11:59 pm.

Adult Huskies Swim Training

Adult Huskies Swim Training provides additional attention and competitive guidance to swimmers ages 18 and older who are looking to improve their swimming skills and fitness levels in a group setting. Each session is programmed with a warm-up and variations of a workout for the beginner, intermediate and advanced swimmer. Participants will be provided coaching and guidance to meet their individual swimming goals!

Class Day/ Time: Tuesdays & Thursdays / 5:00-5:50pm

Adult Huskies Swim Lessons

Adult Huskies Swim Lessons provides aquatic education for the beginner to intermediate swimmer who is looking to become more comfortable in the water and learn the fundamental four strokes.

Class Day/ Time: Tuesdays & Thursdays / 5:00-5:50pm

Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to stay active this fall with Adult Aquatics Programs! Register today!

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This Week in Michigan Tech Recreation

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Building Information

There will be no PE classes this week. SDC members are welcome in the Fitness Center during all open recreation hours!

Please note the SDC will be closed from May 1- May 8. The following facilities will remain open next week (Sunday, May 1 – Sunday, May 8) throughout the planned maintenance and general projects in the SDC that will begin on April 30:

Gates Tennis Center 

  • Monday-Friday 9 am-7 pm, Saturday & Sunday 9:00 am-5:00 pm

Michigan Tech Nordic Trails 

University Images 

  • April 30, 8:00 am-5:00 pm, and May 1st, 10:00 am-5:00 pm
  • May 2-15: Monday – Friday, 10:00 am-5:00 pm, Saturday, Noon-5:00 pm, Closed on Sunday

Aquatics

An American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification Blended Learning Course will be held May 13-15 at the SDC Pool. Registration is now open! 

The Tech Trails

We have made the decision to suspend grooming with the Bombardier due to failing conditions and our need to get moving on and hopefully finish much-needed repairs on it before we start on our many summer projects. However, we will continue to groom using drags and wheelers on the Upper Trails following our Spring schedule of grooming for the weekends and Tuesdays. We will continue grooming for as long as possible and stop when conditions dictate. Please refer to our trails conditions page for daily updates on our trails open and closures.

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This Week in Michigan Tech Recreation

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Michigan Tech Rec Indoor Triathlon

Thank you to everyone who participated in our first-ever Michigan Tech Rec Indoor Triathlon! Our Women’s Overall winner was Kiira Hadden and our Men’s Overall winner was Jared Martini. Congratulations to all of our participants! Please refer to our website for the full list of rankings and to view the photo gallery!

Upcoming Programs

Registration closes on April 20 for the April 23 Michigan Concealed Pistol License (CPL) Course. Register today to secure your spot!

An American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification Blended Learning Course will be held May 13-15 at the SDC Pool. Registration is now open!

Summer 2022 Programs

The schedule for the Summer 2022 youth ice arena programs is being finalized and will be available soon. Stay tuned for the upcoming details!

The Summer 2022 HuskiesFit Group Fitness Class schedule is being finalized and will be available soon! Programs will begin the week of May 16. We are excited to welcome new instructors to our already awesome HuskiesFit family!

Facilities Announcement

As we come to the end of the 2022 spring semester at Michigan Tech, we have a few important updates to share regarding planned maintenance and general projects in the SDC as we make the transition to summer beginning April 30.

Friday, April 29 – Last day of Spring Semester building operations.
Saturday, April 30 – MTU Spring Commencement (SDC CLOSED)

Sunday, May 1 – Sunday, May 8 (SDC CLOSED)

Facilities that will be open
Gates Tennis Center – Monday-Friday 9 am-7 pm, Saturday & Sunday 9:00 am-5:00 pm
Michigan Tech Nordic Trails
University Images – April 30, 8:00 am-5:00 pm and May 1st, 10:00 am-5:00 pm; May 2-15; Monday-Friday 10:00 am-5:00 pm, Saturday Noon-5:00 pm, Closed on Sunday

Monday, May 9 – Sunday, May 15

Facilities that will be open
Gates Tennis Center – Monday-Friday 9 am-7 pm, Saturday & Sunday 9:00 am-5:00 pm
Michigan Tech Nordic Trails
OAP Rental Center – Monday-Friday 2:00 pm-6:00 pm, Saturday & Sunday Noon-6:00 pm
Fitness Center (Temporarily reduced hours) – Monday-Friday 7:00 am-11:00 am & 3:00 pm-7:00 pm, Saturday & Sunday Noon-5:00 pm
Racquetball Courts (Temporarily reduced hours) – Monday-Friday 3:00 pm-7:00 pm, Saturday & Sunday Noon-5:00 pm
Locker Rooms 104, 105, 109, 109F, 109G, 107, 207B – Monday-Friday 6:30 am-7:30 pm, Saturday & Sunday 11:30 am-5:30 pm
Recreation Office – Monday-Friday 8:00 am-4:00 pm
Ticket Office – Monday-Friday 8:00 am-7:00 pm, Saturday & Sunday Noon-5:00 pm
University Images – Monday-Friday 10:00 am-5:00 pm, Saturday Noon-5:00 pm, Closed on Sunday

Monday, May 16

Facilities that will be re-open
Climbing Wall
Pool
Locker Room 110
Multipurpose Room and Varsity Gym
Shooting Range

Planned maintenance and general projects that will take place during the SDC closure include:

SDC: Annual campus steam shutdown (no heat or hot water)
Ice Arena: Water Lines Replacement (no water)
SDC: Tile floor wax resurfacing (2nd floor)
Shooting Range: Trap, filters, and ductwork cleaning
Fitness Center: Upholstery Replacement, Additional Hallway Benches/Coat Racks
Recreation Office: Carpet replacement
Climbing Wall: OAP Staff Certification Training
Pool: Staff training, restricted access due to construction in SDC locker room 110
Locker Room 110: Sauna Renovation
Multipurpose Room and Varsity Gym: Floor Refinishing

Thank you for your patience during this short interruption as we work through these much-needed projects. For current SDC members, please accept complimentary access to Gates Tennis Center and the Michigan Tech Trails from April 30 to May 15. In addition, select areas in the SDC have been made available on a reduced schedule, therefore requests for SDC membership extension will not be accepted. We view this temporary shutdown as a way to make a positive impact on multiple areas of the facility without causing the need for further/additional/unplanned closures and disruptions. We stand by our commitment to make improvements to our facility that will benefit our users today and into the future.

The SDC will reopen fully on Monday, May 16, with summer hours in place through Sunday, August 29. Please note that the SDC and the Gates Tennis Center will be closed on May 30 and July 4 for University recognized holidays.

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This Week in Michigan Tech Recreation

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Building Information 

The SDC will be closed on Sunday, April 17 (Easter Sunday). 

The last day of the Spring Semester Building Hours will be Friday, April 29.

Upcoming Camps & Programs 

Registration for the Boys’ Basketball Little Huskies Spring 2022 Camp closes Monday, April 11. Register today! 

Registration is now open for the Michigan Concealed Pistol License Courses which will be held in April, May, and June! 

An American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification Blended Learning Course will be held May 13-15 at the SDC Pool. Registration will open on Wednesday, April 23 at 8:00 am.

At the Trails 

We have altered our trails grooming schedule as of Monday, April 4. The Michigan Tech trails will be groomed overnight on Monday, Friday, and Saturday. This plan is highly dependent on the weather and conditions might require us to close trails or suspend grooming to keep people safe. 

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